With Gündogan: 12 candidates for FIFA’s world footballer election

Ter Stegen nominated for keepers

Ilkay Gündogan has been nominated for World Footballer of the Year. The captain of the German national team is part of the official candidate list of twelve players after a pre-selection by a group of football experts, according to a press release from the world association FIFA on Thursday.

However, Gündogan from FC Barcelona does not have a realistic chance of winning; Argentine world champion captain Lionel Messi is considered the big favorite. Gündogan’s former teammates at Champions League winners Manchester City such as the Belgian Kevin De Bruyne and the Norwegian Erling Haaland are also on the list of candidates. World Cup top scorer Kylian Mbappé from France can also hope for the official title of “FIFA World Footballer”. Man City has the most candidates.

There is a quartet of world champions among the women Spain nominated. Among them is also Jennifer Hermoso, who was kissed on the mouth by the then association boss Luis Rubiales at the award ceremony. The kissing scandal made headlines around the world and led to disciplinary proceedings by FIFA. Ultimately, it led to the official’s resignation.

Goalkeeper category: With Ter Stegen and Berger, there are two Germans to choose from

There are two German professionals to choose from in the goalkeeper category: in the women’s category Ann Katrin Berger from the Chelsea FC For men, Marc-André ter Stegen from FC Barcelona made it onto the list, which also includes Bono, Thibaut Courtois, Ederson and André Onana.

Man City coach Pep Guardiola is the big favorite in the election for “FIFA World Coach” after the title treble in the previous season. Among the women, the Dutchwoman can compete Sarina Wiegmanrepresenting the women’s national team England led to the World Cup final, calculate the best chances.

The winners of the individual categories will now be chosen by an international jury. The jury consists of the captains and coaches of the national teams, journalists and fans from all over the world. Fan voting is open on FIFA’s digital platforms.

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